2005 Dodge Stratus vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 2005 Dodge Stratus is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 would be higher. At 2,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Stratus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Stratus (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Stratus weights approximately 64 kg more than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Stratus (214 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (169 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Stratus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Stratus | 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Stratus | W 111 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2343 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1384 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2760 mm |
